Senior Product Design Engineer

Intralox is currently seeking a mechanical engineer for our New Product Development Team to work out of our New Orleans office. In this design focused position, you will be responsible for continuously improving our products and developing new ones. You will transform new ideas into solutions that enable our customers to meet their product handling and throughput needs. The product development process includes the specification, concepting, evaluation, and validation of product solutions.

Intralox is a division of Laitram, L.L.C., with an extensive portfolio of innovative conveyance solutions and services that improve lives and optimize businesses worldwide. On average, we file 20 to 25 new US patent applications annually.

Our global workforce of over 3,000 employees in 20+ countries consist of reliable problem solvers, continuously developing and directly delivering solutions that have driven our customers' growth worldwide for more than 50 years.

Intralox was founded on the principle of doing the right thing, by treating customers, employees, and suppliers with honesty, fairness, and respect. We invest heavily in these values and aim to practice our business philosophy principles every day, which is why we have been consistently recognized for innovation and workplace excellence. We believe in the power of a good idea no matter where it comes from, using trust as the foundation to how we work, and that self-managed people are our greatest asset.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements


Responsibilities

• Evaluate mechanical and electromechanical components and systems by applying principles of general physics, mechanics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, vibration, acoustics, and material science in accordance with mechanical engineering standards and design formulas.
• Own the outcome of the entire new product development process from problem definition to product release including:
• Voice of customer studies
• Definition of customer performance requirements
• Development of project scope
• Creation of engineering specifications
• Concept brainstorms
• Design reviews
• Development of virtual and physical prototypes
• Prototype evaluation
• Test plan development and execution
• Field testing and customer feedback
• Design refinement
• Product production and system integration
• Work with teams across the business to ensure successful product launches.
• Collaborate with in-house patent attorney to file patents for new concepts.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Recent professional experience in Solid Modeling (SolidWorks, Pro-E, Inventor, or similar software)
• 7+ years engineering experience (preferred in Product Development, Machine Design, Test Equipment Design, etc.)

What We Offer - Employee Benefits at Laitram

At Laitram, we believe people do their best work when they feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional life.

• Competitive compensation with performance-based reviews
• 401(k) plan with company match and profit-sharing contributions
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with several plan options
• Paid time off (PTO) including vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Paid parental leave and other family-friendly policies
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and counseling services
• Wellness initiatives and on-site fitness centers at select locations
• A values-driven, stable company culture with long-term career growth opportunities

Why You Should Join Laitram

• Industry leader in innovation, quality, and continuous improvement
• Global impact: Contribute to high-performance solutions used around the world
• Supportive environment: Work with teams that value collaboration, precision, and growth
• Career development: A proven track record of promoting from within
• Workplace excellence: Regularly recognized as a top workplace in the region

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